SoACE Kudos: February 2019 Edition

Every other month, we do a call out for SoACE members to submit their anonymous Kudos to colleagues that have gone above and beyond in the office, as part of a professional association, or in other ways that make life better for others.

University of South Florida
This is a shout out to the Office of Internships and Career Readiness team at USF for their awesome work on our Engaged Student Employment program and for sharing that work at the NACE Internship Summit! Well done and kudos to Christina, Jenny, Sam, Lynn, Diane, Anna, and Helena!

University of Tampa – Career Services Office
You ALL are simply the best! Over 30 presentations, 2 Job Fairs, Multiple events and a HUGE move. Record number of students served despite CRAZINESS. THANK YOU!!

University of Tennessee CCD Staff
A shout-out to the most awesome staff who recently pulled off an amazing Job Fair with a record number of organizations attending and one of our highest student attendance numbers!It’s wonderful when you have a group of people who are so ready and willing to help out wherever needed! Thank you!!

Mike McCay, Auburn University
Congrats Mike on your new role at Auburn! I am looking forward to seeing the great things you and your team will accomplish there. War Eagle!

Mike McCay, Auburn University
Congratulations and kudos to Mike McCay on his new role as Director of Career Services at Auburn. We will miss you here at USF but are so glad you’re still in the SoACE family!

Marissa Miller, Auburn University Career Services & Cooperative Education
Great job getting the Campus Career Closet organized, inventoried, and soliciting new donated racks! So glad you are part of our team!

Torey Palmer, Auburn University Career Services & Cooperative Education
Great job holding down the fort through this long process. Thank you for taking one for the team!

Adam Perleberg, Auburn University Career Services & Cooperative Education
You have been such a HUGE help filling in whenever and wherever it is needed. Thank you for putting our students first and doing whatever you can to help!

Kathleen Smith, Auburn University Career Services & Cooperative Education
Thank you for your initiative and for jumping in wherever there is a need. You have been such a great GA this year!

Anna Claire Stinson, Auburn University Career Services & Cooperative Education
Great job transitioning from a GA to a full-time staff member without a hitch! You have been such an asset to our team and I appreciate everything you are doing for our students.

Charlie Wilder, Auburn University
Congratulations on your move & new role at Auburn! We are excited for you & wish the best for your future. You will always be a part of the MSU Career Center family.

Charlie Wilder, Auburn University
Elvis has left the building! Thanks for 9.5 years of burnin’ love for MSU. You will always be on our minds. Hail State & War Eagle*

Tasheila Williams-Townsend, Auburn University Career Services & Cooperative Education
As the newest member of the team, you have been a breath a fresh air! We can’t wait to see what a impact you have on our students.

Danielle Golinski, Elon University
Congrats on taking the plunge as the Tech KG Summer Boot Camp coordinator. The boot camp is on a sunny path with you leading the way. Don’t sweat it, you will do swimmingly.

Danielle Golinski, Elon University
Welcome to the Tech KG Leadership team, Danielle! We can’t wait to see what great things you do with the Boot Camp.

Amber Moser, Elon University
For being a fantastic team player and chairing up the career advising fellows search. Keep up the great work!

Amber Moser, Elon University
Amber recently returned from spending 11 days in Florida (Tampa & Orlando) with first-year Communications Fellows. She did an incredible job planning the trip and scheduling meetings with more than 10 awesome companies. This is an annual January-term trip, and Amber knocked it out of the park!

Ali’Yah Arnold-Martin, Georgia State University – J. Mack Robinson College of Business
Ali’Yah started with our office the Monday before classes started Fall 2017. In that short time, Ali’Yah has proven to be an amazing addition to the undergraduate team in the Career Advancement Center. Ali’Yah has hit the ground running handling students from some of our most demanding majors. She quickly learned the ropes by assisting in various workshops, events, and professional development classes. She always has a smile and a contagious cheerful attitude that students and staff all enjoy. We are so thankful to have Ali’Yah on our team!*

La’Kesha Hughes, Georgia State University – J. Mack Robinson College of Business
La’Kesha continues to be an outstanding leader on the undergraduate team here in the Career Advancement Center. Most recently, La’Kesha lead the 7th Annual Diversity Breakfast as part of our career expo with over 100 students in attendance along with representatives from 15 different employers. From one on one meetings with students, workshops hosted by our office, and professional development labs taught in conjunction with academic classes La’Kesha continues to be a valued team member!

Marielle Thomas, Georgia State University – J. Mack Robinson College of Business
Where to begin in describing the amazing job that Marielle does in helping companies recruit our students? Last fall, we ran three career fairs in one month! For an office that normally runs one career fair a semester, three in one month and in new spaces was a feat. Marielle with her quiet and calm demeanor pulled it off like a true professional. In addition to career fairs, Marielle runs our on campus interviews and employer info sessions. Marielle does a great job helping Georgia State students connect with employers.

Megan Walters, UNC Greensboro
Megan goes above and beyond the call of duty and is the best supervisor I’ve ever had.

Rory Beaco, University of South Alabama Career Services
Rory’s commitment to serving our students and meeting them where they are in their career management process is something I notice, regularly. He is quick to offer encouragement and a listening ear anytime a student or staff member is in need. Rory’s good nature and jovial laugh always make the work day better.

Bevley Green, University of South Alabama Career Services
Bevley’s approachable and supportive demeanor helps to foster a genuine sense of trust and rapport that few are fortunate to find in a supervisor. Her continued dedication to learning and implementing industry standards into the work we do with students is greatly appreciated.

Tasha Litton, University of South Alabama Career Services
Tasha is dedicated to providing a quality of excellence in everything she does, be it meeting with employers or coordinating career events. Her commitment to professionalism and customer service makes her a great addition to our team. While it’s not an easy job being an Employer and Student Outreach Coordinator, Tasha makes it look effortless.

Erica Lake, University of South Carolina
Congratulations of being named President-Elect! Very deserving. We appreciate everything you’re doing for SoACE!

Christina Ingrassia, University of South Florida
Christina and colleagues from the Office of Internships and Career Readiness were selected to present for the “Problem Solved Highlight” session at the inaugural NACE Internship Summit in Miami. We’re so proud of this team!

Peter Thorsett, University of South Florida
Thank you for all of your work on the Technology Spotlights with Ashley Graham Phipps. I know it is going to be an amazing series due to all of your planning!

Jennifer Utroska-Robles, University of South Florida
Jenny and colleagues from the Office of Internships and Career Readiness were selected to present for the “Problem Solved Highlight” session at the inaugural NACE Internship Summit in Miami. We’re so proud of this team!

Emily Woodward, University of South Florida
We want to welcome Emily Woodward to the USF marketing team and thank her for hitting the ground running! She has been especially instrumental in working with Katlyn Kurtz and Liz Grygiel to launch our social media campaign #FuturesofUSF! Kudos for boosting engagement on these channels and creating buzz around our students’ success!

Samantha Zavatsky, University of South Florida
Samantha and colleagues from the Office of Internships and Career Readiness were selected to present for the “Problem Solved Highlight” session at the inaugural NACE Internship Summit in Miami. We’re so proud of this team!

Peggy Reed, University of Virginia and VACE
We are so lucky to have you as VACE President! Thank you for being a continuous mentor and resource in my tool kit. Keep up the great work on behalf of all of us!

Ashley Graham Phipps, Wake Forest University
Thank you for all of your work on the Technology Spotlights with Peter Thorsett. I know it is going to be an amazing series due to all of your planning!


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